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Defensive Driving Course-OLD
Become a Defensive Driver!
Learn how to drive safely on the road with every day traffic in the most challenging situations Melbourne roads can present:
-Pre-operational vehicle checks (P.O.W.D.E.R.Y )
-Correct seat and mirror positioning (in accordance to airbags and gaining maximum observation)
-Correct hand position and steering wheel turning methods
-Correct mirror use
-Blind spot technique (including correct head check technique)
-Safe gap selections in traffic
-General observation
-Braking (perception time, reaction time and stopping distance)
-Speed control
-Safe Give Way/Stop intersection approach and positioning of vehicle (System of Car Control)
-Safe traffic flow entry and exit (O.P.A.P.A Hazard avoidance method)
-Roundabout approach, entry and exit
-Right/left turns at traffic lights no directional arrows
-Tram line use ( including shared, part time, full time, tramway lines)
-Bus lane use
-Hook turns
-Pedestrian traffic/crossings
-Bicycle lane entry/exist
-CBD driving
-Lane changing in traffic
-Reverse parking in between 2 vehicles
-Angle/centre road parking (45°& 90°)
-Following distance
-Stopping distance
-Space cushions
-Freeway entry/exit
In our courses you will learn about a variety of safe driving aspects and become aware of all your problem areas on the road.
We also provide court ordered ON ROAD defensive driving courses specifically tailored for the Criminal Justice Diversion Program issued by the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria.
The course is applicable to drivers that must complete a Defensive Driving Course issued from a court order for Careless Driving matters.
Upon completion, the driver will receive a full report and a certificate of completion detailing the sections covered along with the driving instructors comments.
The report is signed and issued by the instructor, and is a valid document for any court matter.
Our instructors are qualified with a certificate IV in Car Instruction and a certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.
Cost: 2hour course with report and certificate upon completion $295
- Google Rating4.9Based on 733 reviews
Master Driving School4.9
Sophie Miller01:25 27 Feb 25I absolutely recommend Selim (Sam) as a driving instructor. In a short time with him I have gone from someone that had severe anxiety about driving, and a lot of difficulty focusing and remaining calm to now having passed my test (first try!)Selim is a patient, understanding, terrific teacher who taught me everything I need to know to not only pass my test, but also feel confident driving on my own.I will genuinely miss my lessons as I found myself looking forward to them each week, which is a drastic difference from the dread I used to feel thinking about driving.Thank you so much Selim, bless you!!!!!Clip Send07:40 25 Feb 25WARNING: ‼️ do not go to this driving school as they do not care about their customers and gaslight them. Instructor Sam needs a lesson on customer service.Rishul Dodhia07:37 25 Feb 25Worst service. Instructor Sam is highly unprofessional and the school takes no accountability for their bad service. I hope they can learn to speak to customers. Will be learning from a better and more respectable driving school.Samia Gupta01:42 25 Feb 25horrible service- Sam was my instructor and he never showed up. Was not apologetic and shouted at me over the phone. Please save your time and money and find another place.Sereena jaycoub09:08 17 Feb 25“I had an amazing experience with my instructor, Muneer! His guidance was invaluable, and every tip he gave me was spot on. He took me through the exact route that ended up being on my test, which made me feel completely prepared. Thanks to his excellent teaching, I passed on my first try! Muneer truly deserves more than five stars!”Gavin S01:19 10 Feb 25Sam was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and was able to provide me the skills to pass my test confidently on my first attemptSofia09:45 08 Feb 25George was wonderful! A very supportive and great teacher! I had the best experience learning to drive! Thank you soo much George!!!Tom07:06 13 Jan 25Suhail Najeeb02:41 31 Dec 24Great experience with MDS. Kush was great and walked me through the lessons in no time. Passed on my first go. Really happy and highly recommend!Jordan Bejatovic23:15 29 Dec 24Javier Saito04:20 20 Dec 24kush you are the best man. Thank you for your helpDinil Kumbukage00:23 10 Dec 24I had a great experience with Shane at the Mitcham testing centre. He was a great driving instructor; very patient, knowledgeable and experienced. He helped me pass my test first try. I would 100% recommend.Gianni Iannarella10:21 06 Dec 24Rochelle Norrie11:57 22 Nov 24Thank you to the instructor Shane for helping my son get his license. Shane was really friendly, patient, encouraging and guided my son with instructions on how to improve and he passed his test first time. He was a great instructor and connected well with my son making him feel comfortable and confident. We would highly recommend Shane and master driving school to anyone. Thanks again ShaneKristen Kinghorn02:16 21 Nov 24Highly recommend Shane for your driving test at Mitcham. Very knowledgeable of the test routes and great rapport for the VicRoad testers. My son obtained his license first go - thank you!CipherMVP22:13 15 Nov 24Quick response, professional call center, and excellent instructors. A special thanks to my Instructor “Muneer” for providing thorough training and valuable tips that were incredibly helpful.”Ash Stone10:29 11 Nov 24I had Shane as an instructor and he worked with me for 3 months and helped me learn how to drive safely and pass my test. He was very patient, insightful, helpful and pleasant to converse with! I’d highly recommend this learning centre, affordable, flexible and helpful teachers!Chris Avnell01:33 14 Oct 24After a cancellation from another company, Rose from MDC helped out on relatively late notice. Was an amazing help in what was essentially a crash course with our first 90 minutes together prior to the test. Would recommend Rose to anyone!Polite Magaya05:42 08 Oct 24I would like to extend my uttermost gratitude to Shane for such an amazing job well done with me. He is awesome personified.He is very patient and flexible he could fit in my busy schedule at an earliest convenience , he managed explained to me in a way a 3year old would understand.He gave me the confidence that i never had before and I went and took my test and passed once.I highly recommend Shane as an excellent instructor..Kulsum Nafisa03:30 03 Oct 24Highly recommend Master Driving School for new learners and overseas drivers. Shane is an excellent instructor—clear, patient, and always on time. His guidance helped me pass my driving test.Roman Dettorre23:27 20 Sep 24To put it simply, after being on my learners for 13 years, sam got me my Ps in 2 monthsalicia nguyen02:53 18 Sep 24just had Rose for my lessons and she is amazing. so nice and patient, really clear and gives great feedback. overall a super friendly person to help improve your driving skills!! couldn’t have gotten my Ps without her, love her heaps :)Ashleigh Fehlberg11:10 09 Sep 24Richard was the best manual teacher! I have been learning manual driving with 3 other instructors and he is by far the best and most supportive instructor I've had. He's patient and explains everything very well. Thanks so much Richard, you've given me heaps of confidence to pass my test!Nalani Garcia11:38 04 Sep 24I really enjoyed my experience and lessons with Rose as she is an amazing instructor and if you are looking for driving lessons I highly recommend going with MDS :DUmanda Ekanayake02:45 29 Aug 24I recently completed my driving lessons with Shane.He is so knowledgeable and experienced, gave me clear instructions and feedback from the beginning and made me feel confident behind the wheel.He was so flexible when it comes to scheduling classes and was kind enough to accommodate my schedule.Thanks to Shane I passed my driving test on the first try and would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a driving instructor.harshani bogahawatte23:07 19 Aug 24I recently completed my driving lessons with Shane and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the very first lesson, Shane made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel.Thanks to Shane I passed my driving test on the first try! I highly recommend Shane to anyone looking to learn how to drive or improve their driving skills.Lopamudra Priyadarshini03:52 09 Aug 24I am thrilled to share my exceptional experience with my instructor Kush. He demonstrated an exemplary blend of professionalism, patience and expertise that made difference in my driving. I not only passed my driving test in first attempt but also developed a strong skills for driving. I highly recommend Kush for lessons. Thanks Kush for the teachings and support.una hingst08:57 29 Jul 24Pasuta Pimubol09:46 23 Jul 24I highly recommend Shane as a driving instructor. Throughout my lessons, he demonstrated exceptional qualities that made learning to drive a positive experience. His instructions were always clear and easy to follow, which helped me build confidence behind the wheel.What impressed me the most was his patience. He never rushed me and always took the time to explain concepts until I fully understood them. This created a relaxed learning environment where I felt comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.Moreover, Shane was incredibly flexible with scheduling. He accommodated my busy schedule without any hassle, which was a huge relief. His punctuality was impeccable; he was always on time and ready to start the lesson promptly.Beyond his approachability and patience, Shane is highly knowledgeable about driving techniques and road rules. His expertise was evident in how he guided me through different traffic situations and prepared me thoroughly for the driving test.Overall, learning with Shane was an enriching experience. I passed my test confidently, thanks to his excellent instruction and support. If you're looking for a driving instructor who is clear, patient, flexible, punctual, and knowledgeable, look no further.Charlotte Dyer23:22 22 Jul 24Shane was an incredible driving instructor, great experience and PASSED!Emma C03:08 18 Jul 24I was very grateful to have Rose as my driving instructor. She is well-experienced, patient and was incredibly clear with instructions during each lesson and up until my final drive test. Rose was very friendly and encouraged me to feel confident in my abilities as a driver and pass on my first attempt. I highly recommend her and this company for anyone looking to commence their driving journey. Thank you MDS!! 🙌Ella MacDonald03:05 05 Jul 24I just got off the phone with George who was extremely rude, he kept pushing me to book a 60min lesson when I only wanted 45mins, and told me 'I don't care what you think' when I explained that I was already a fairly confident driver and was just looking to enhance my skills before my Probationary drive test. He also repeatedly cut me off, he did not listen to what I was trying to say and overall maintained an attitude that he 'knew what was best for me', disregarding my own preferences. There's no way I'm spending money on a driving lesson with someone as rude as George.Nathan Jones00:10 27 Jun 24Patient, intelligent instruction from Shane and George, these lessons were the difference between a fail and a pass on my testanishka chaudhary02:14 18 Jun 24Thank you so much for a supportive journey of 2 months, so grateful to be able to learn with kush. Thank you for all your patience and perseverance with me, we passed all clear. Happiest day of my life 😭Sean Macak03:54 04 Jun 24I had a great driving instructor Shan Don, very patient and great with instructions. Would 100% recommend to learn from him!Carter Ridgeway01:34 03 Jun 24Just passed my test after learning with Kush. I don't think I could have been much more prepared, he did an amazing job teaching me!!Shibani Shetty11:40 13 May 24I've been meaning to share my experience with Shane, my exceptional driving instructor, for quite some time now. Without his guidance, patience, and expertise, I wouldn't have been able to pass my driving test and gain the confidence needed to become a safe and responsible driver.From the very first lesson, Shane's professionalism and dedication were evident. He took the time to understand my learning style and tailor each lesson to suit my needs and abilities. Whether it was mastering the basics of parallel parking or navigating through complex intersections, Shane's calm demeanor and clear instructions made every driving session productive and enjoyable.What truly sets Shane apart is his unwavering commitment to his students' success. He went above and beyond to ensure that I not only learned how to operate a vehicle but also developed the critical skills needed to handle various road scenarios confidently.Moreover, Shane's ability to provide constructive feedback in a supportive manner was instrumental in my progress. He never hesitated to point out areas where I needed improvement, but he always did so in a way that motivated me to strive for excellence.Thanks to Shane's guidance and expertise, I not only passed my driving test but also feel equipped to navigate the roads safely and responsibly. His mentorship has had a lasting impact on me, and I am immensely grateful for all that he has taught me.In conclusion, if you're in search of a driving instructor who is not only knowledgeable and skilled but also patient, supportive, and dedicated to your success, look no further than Shane. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you, Shane, for everything you've done for me. 🙂NISH PATEL01:39 07 May 24Amazing school with reasonable prices and excellent service with very friendly driving instructor.Deepa Mariam07:42 03 May 24Thank you Rose and Harry for the driving lessons you taught me. You guys are amazing people. Always keep up the spirit as you guys do. Lots of hugs and love Deepa.Momin Adeel05:38 01 May 24Great Experience, i had Shane as my instructor. He really helped me familiarise with the rules and all other things i had to be mindful ofJenn04:10 19 Apr 24Passed on my first try with Rose as my instructor. She made me feel comfortable and confident. Highly recommend her!Girish Sivakumar01:10 10 Apr 24That's a ton to Mr Selim, for his excellent coaching, guidance, training techniques and patience. He is remarkable and happy to recommend his service to all who wants to learn driving skills with perfection. Thanks again Selim, had a great learning experience from you.Shiku Makoto00:05 27 Mar 24I found this driving school by browsing in google and driving instructor Shane, he taught me and back me up. His lessons are so clear and really easy to understand. 👍👍👍👍 thank you for guiding me to pass the test.tia lay00:53 26 Mar 24I had Shane as my driving instructor. He was great and very clear with instructions and information that I needed to know. He helped me pass my driving test and was very supportive and comforting towards me just before my test. I would highly recommend booking with him if your wanting driving lessons.Cakra Moechyi23:00 25 Mar 24Ive had great training session with Kush, he’s a very good instructor, very straight forward, direct and nice most of all. I enjoy my training with him and learned a lot as well. Thanks to Kush!!!Isaac E06:36 24 Mar 24Thanks very much to Shane for giving me great tips to help me pass my driving test!Anthea Carrafa05:04 23 Mar 24My instructor was Rose from MDS.I can’t thank her enough for her help and encouragement during my driving tuition.Rose’s patience and understanding during some anxious times were just what I needed to get me through and succeed in my driving test with confidence.So grateful!Sarah Frazer23:19 20 Mar 24Thank you so much kush for your support, I couldn’t have passed the test without you! 😊😊Zainab x22:41 13 Mar 24Could not have passed my driving test without the amazing Shane! He stuck with me from my first ever drive all the way until passing the final test. Such a highly patient and caring person and I cannot recommend him enough :))Arijit Ghosh08:52 08 Mar 24Thanks to Shane for his constant guidance and patience. Shane is very punctual and highly professional. He will ensure to mention every details and conducts classes similar to test pattern which is a great practice . I definitely recommend him for anyone wishing to learn and pass in the 1st attempt .All the best Shane !!
